Refining

Pronunciation: /rəˈfaɪn/

Refining (verb)

  1. To improve something by making small changes.
  2. To remove unwanted parts from a substance to make it pure.
  3. To make something more elegant or cultured.

Examples

  • They refined the process to improve efficiency.
  • She refined her skills through constant practice.

Common collocations: refine a process, refine skills, refine techniques, refine oil, refine sugar

Synonyms of Refining

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Refining

  • — when discussing purity or cleanliness
  • — when discussing quality or condition